Product Failure Analysis Engineer

Job Title

Product Failure Analysis Engineer

Role Summary

Perform failure analysis on semiconductor products to identify root causes, improve yield, and support manufacturing startups and product transfers. Work with cross-functional engineering teams to develop and implement electrical, analytical, and mechanical failure-analysis methodologies.

Experience Level

Mid-level (Experienced Hire). Typical expectations: 3–7 years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include laboratory investigation, method development, and cross-team knowledge sharing.

• Define and execute failure-analysis strategies for process, product, and technology issues.
• Perform lab work to evaluate electrical and mechanical characteristics of ICs, components, and systems.
• Investigate material-device interactions and identify root causes of failures.
• Develop and implement electrical, analytical, and mechanical methodologies to improve failure-analysis capabilities.
• Lead technology/product transfers and manufacturing startups; drive failure-analysis process improvements.
• Analyze failure reports and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Document findings and share best practices across sites and teams.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience, plus preferred attributes.

• Proficiency in at least one domain: semiconductor device physics; digital or analog circuit design and validation; or defect detection/fault isolation methodologies in manufacturing.
• Hands-on lab experience with electrical and mechanical characterization of devices and assemblies.
• Experience developing failure-analysis methodologies and troubleshooting manufacturing issues.
• Ability to lead cross-functional debugging, transfers, and manufacturing startups.
• Strong written and verbal communication to document and present technical findings.

Nice-to-have:

• Demonstrated root-cause problem solving in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Familiarity with test environments and process-manufacturing debugging tools.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and sharing learnings across sites.

Education Requirements

Minimum qualifications vary by degree: 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years with a Master's degree, or 0 years with a PhD. Relevant technical background expected (examples in posting include semiconductor device physics, circuit design/validation, defect detection or fault isolation methodologies). Equivalent practical experience is accepted per the degree-based combinations above.

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.